'Off Campus' on Prime Video: Release date, cast, and season 2 update

Prime Video has confirmed that the first season of "Off Campus" will be released on a “binge-drop” schedule, meaning all eight episodes will be available at the same time. This move caters to the binge-watching culture popularised by streaming services and has already been praised by eager fans of the Elle Kennedy series.

One viewer wrote on X (formerly Twitter) about the schedule, “No weekly episodes, no waiting; everything drops on May 13, which is perfect for a romance-drama like this.”

According to details about the new college-hockey drama from the Hindustan Times, the show will be included with an Amazon Prime membership, so subscribers will not need to pay anything extra to watch the series unfold.

Global release times revealed

Prime Video has set the global launch for the "Off Campus" series for midnight Pacific Time on May 13, 2026. For viewers in the US, this translates to a late night, at 3am Eastern Time.

However, the timing is much more convenient for international audiences. Fans in the UK will be able to start watching the hockey drama at 7am BST, while those in India can tune in from 12:30pm IST.

Further east, the show becomes available at 3pm SGT in Singapore and 6pm AEST in Australia on the same day. One viewer commented on the schedule, saying, “The timing is a bit late if you’re in the US, but for fans in India and Europe, it’s a perfect afternoon pickup.”

'Off Campus' cast, characters, and plot details

The series is based on the wildly popular "Off Campus" book series by author Elle Kennedy, which has a dedicated fanbase on platforms like TikTok. The first season adapts the first book, "The Deal," and follows the story of students at Briar University. The plot centres on Garrett Graham, a hockey-player heartthrob, and Hannah Wells, a whip-smart music student, as they enter a fake-dating arrangement that blossoms into a real relationship.

The 'Off Campus' cast stars Belmont Cameli as Garrett Graham and Ella Bright as Hannah Wells. Initial critic reviews have praised the chemistry between the two leads. The adaptation aims to be a character-driven story that explores the complexities of relationships and self-discovery in a college setting. Showrunner Louisa Levy has spoken about her commitment to creating a "happy, positive, optimistic, joyful world" for viewers to escape into.

Fans of the books are said to be incredibly excited for the premiere. One fan shared their excitement about their favourite book adaptation, saying, “If the books are this fun, and the trailers look this romantic, May 13 is going to be a big day for book-to-screen romance fans everywhere.”

'Off Campus' Season 2: Renewal and casting news

In a huge show of confidence from Amazon, "Off Campus" was renewed for a second season in February 2026, a full three months before the first season even premiered. Production for 'Off Campus' Season 2 is reportedly slated to begin in June 2026.

Casting for the next instalment is already underway, with reports revealing that India Fowler is set to play the role of Grace Ivers, the protagonist of the second book in the series, "The Mistake." The main cast from the first season, including Ella Bright and Belmont Cameli, are also confirmed to return. This early renewal signals that Prime Video has high hopes for the series becoming a major hit.

While delving into the fun of college romance, the show is also reported to handle more serious topics, such as the pressures faced by student-athletes and the lingering effects of past trauma, without depicting traumatic events on screen. It has been described by critics as a "sweet and sexy adaptation" that honours the source material while updating the story for a contemporary audience.

The release of "Off Campus" taps into the surging popularity of the hockey romance subgenre. The show is set to be a must-watch for fans of romance and book-to-screen adaptations alike, promising drama, heart, and plenty of binge-worthy moments.